Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer

Kodiak AI

Mountain View, CA, United States
Base: $195,000 - $225,000 usd; bonus/equity: compe...
On-site
5+ years hardware development experience
Pcba design expertise required
Mixed analog and digital circuit knowledge
Kodiak AI is seeking a Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer to contribute to the design and development of electrical components for autonomous vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical design and experience with power conditioning, vehicle communication systems, and compliance testing

Job Summary

  • The company is a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to delivering safer and more efficient freight solutions.
  • This role involves designing the full cycle of electrical components including power conditioning, regulation circuits, and vehicle communication harnessing.
  • Candidates will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical systems meet compliance and functional safety requirements for autonomous trucks.

Matching Summary

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Kodiak AI is seeking a Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer to contribute to the design and development of electrical components for autonomous vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical design and experience with power conditioning, vehicle communication systems, and compliance testing.

Salary

Base: $195,000 - $225,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Competitive equity and biannual bonuses included; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, parental leave, and wellness perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years hardware development experience
  • PCBA design expertise required
  • Mixed analog and digital circuit knowledge
  • CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet protocols
  • EMI/EMC validation testing skills
  • Root cause analysis in electrical systems

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in automotive or aerospace industry
  • High-speed interface experience like PCIe GMSL
  • Passion for autonomous vehicle technology
  • Strong technical documentation skills
  • Hands-on shop floor troubleshooting ability

Key Requirements

  • BS, MS, or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
  • Must be a US person
  • 5+ years of PCBA design experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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